The cost effective Episiotomy Trainer is designed for classroom training and aids in building confidence performing episiotomies.
Trainees can use the Limbs & Things’ Episiotomy Trainer to practice widening the vaginal opening, using safe practices to protect the infant’s head as it crowns. Episiotomies may be necessary in several birthing scenarios, including:
- Foetal distress
- Forcep or ventouse suction deliveries
- Breech births
- Prolonged labour
- Hastening delivery due to the mother’s health
- Reduce the chance of severe perineal tears (fourth degree tears)
Combining the pad design and presenting foetal head, gives repeatable episiotomy training. With rotatable Episiotomy Pads and repairs with the included tape between procedures, the life span of the pads can be doubled.
Overview
- Realistic look and feel of foetal head featuring fontanelles providing landmarks and appropriate tactile response when inserting fingers
- Repairable episiotomy pad reduces waste and increases value for money
- Includes Illustration Pack covering midline and mediolateral episiotomy procedures, that can be used in examination situations
Realism
- Realistic visual representation of perineum while crowning
Versatility
- Freestanding model can be secured to table or bench top with supplied clamps
- Episiotomy pads can be used to practice both midline and mediolateral (oblique) incisions
- Episiotomy repair tape doubles the life span of the pads
Cleaning
- Use a soft damp cloth, warm water and mild detergent to clean components, if required
Safety
- This product is latex free
- Talcum powder can be applied to the baby head and episiotomy pad to prevent friction and avoid tearing
- Wear gloves at all times and avoid wearing jewellery, sharp surfaces can cause damage to silicone and foam parts
- Remove the episiotomy pad from the Stand component before packing away so that it isn’t under tension when stored
Simulated Patient
- This product can be used with a simulated patient
- This product can be used in conjunction with the PROMPT Flex birthing simulator and a simulated patient
Anatomy
- Vaginal opening
- Foetal head displaying fontanelles
Skills Gained
- Performance of midline episiotomy
- Performance of mediolateral episiotomy
- Identification of anatomical landmarks
- Identification of fontanelles
- Handling of a stretched perineum
- Reducing the risk of damage to the mother and child
- Use of instruments during an episiotomy procedure
Comparison |
Light | Dark |
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What's included | 61119 | 61139 |
Episiotomy Incision Pad (x2) | 61113 | 61133 |
Perineal Repair Stand with Clamps | 61109 | 61129 |
Episiotomy Repair Tape | 61114 | 61114 |
Episiotomy Baby Head | 61115 | 61135 |
Episiotomy Illustration Pack | 61116 | 61136 |
A previous version of the episiotomy simulator included silicone Episiotomy Pads, how do the current pads differ?
The updated foam formula excludes latex and offers increased durability to extend the life of each pad. This new construction means less waste and greater value for money.
We have already purchased trainers in the Episiotomy & Perineal Repair Range, do we need to purchase the Episiotomy Trainer to practice episiotomy procedures?
All trainers in this range utilise the same Stand, with the correct additional parts, you can perform an episiotomy with your existing trainer. You can purchase the Episiotomy Module in a Light Skin Tone or Dark Skin Tone and combine with your existing Perineal Stand.
How many uses can I get from each pad?
The circular design of the pad allows for three separate incisions. For mediolateral episiotomies the pad can then be flipped to allow for a further three cuts, providing up to six uses per pad. For maximum cost effectiveness, incisions repaired with the included tape can be incised again.